Jazz and Blues Affinity

About Jazz and Blues Affinity

A writer explores grit, resilience, joy, and excellence as reflected in the music and communities of jazz and blues.

Publisher

Derek Zboran

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Oct 2021

Latest episode

27 Apr 2025

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Apr 2025

   Bob Corritore's Creative Life in the Blues

   Originally recorded for the show when under the Jazz and Blues Affinity title/theme. Join Derek Zboran as he sits down with legendary blues harmonica player Bob Corritore to explore his lifelong passion for the blues.

2. 

   21 Apr 2025

   New Directions

   Derek shares how his conversations with jazz and blues musicians revealed deeper questions about authenticity, voice, and creative lifestyles—questions that now form the foundation of Discovery. Whether you're a longtime listener of Jazz and Blues Affinity or new to Derek's work, this episode invites you to investigate ideas that help you live well, find your voice, and approach life's opportunities with confidence.

3. 

   12 Jun 2024

   Melodies and Mastery: Creative Living with Billy Novick

   Join us for a conversation with jazz musician Billy Novick. He shares seasoned wisdom for creatives, discusses the art of performing traditional music, and makes us privy to tips for maintaining resilience in an arts-focused career. Learn more about Billy Novick: http://billynovick.com/ (http://billynovick.com/) Learn more about Jazz and Blues Affinity: https://jazzandbluesaffinity.com/ (https://jazzandbluesaffinity.com/)

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 13 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

13

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

30